Description
Fluffy Pancakes with Strawberry Maple Syrup offer a light, airy breakfast delight made entirely with plant-based ingredients. These soft, tender pancakes pair perfectly with a vibrant and naturally sweet strawberry maple syrup. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe ensures a comforting and wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Pancakes
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder (natural)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 ¼ cups plant-based milk (such as almond or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
Strawberry Maple Syrup
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- ½ cup maple syrup (natural)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Optional Side
- Smoked turkey bacon strips
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder (natural), and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, combine the plant-based milk, vegetable oil, maple syrup (natural), and natural vanilla extract. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix to maintain an airy batter.
- Cook the Pancakes: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with vegetable oil. Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Make the Strawberry Maple Syrup: While pancakes cook, combine fresh strawberries, maple syrup (natural), and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer, mashing strawberries slightly. Add the natural gelling agent to thicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mixture is syrupy and vibrant.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stack pancakes on a plate and generously drizzle with warm strawberry maple syrup. Serve with smoked turkey bacon on the side if desired for a savory contrast.
Notes
- Ensure baking powder (natural) is fresh for the best rise and fluffiness.
- Mix batter gently to avoid dense pancakes.
- Let batter rest for 5-10 minutes to thicken and yield lighter pancakes.
- Cook pancakes over medium heat for even cooking without burning.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best syrup flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes with syrup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fluffy pancakes, strawberry maple syrup, plant-based breakfast, vegan pancakes, easy breakfast, natural sweetness